Bachelor of Computing Science

Be at the forefront of technological advances that impact how we work, play and live.

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Why choose TRU?

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Where will this take me?

With a degree in computing science you can turn concepts like self-driving vehicles, smart tech wearables and holographic surgery into everyday realities. Nearly every industry needs digital technology to succeed, which means computing science is full of opportunities in medicine, entertainment, aerospace, sports, green energy or heavy industry, just to start. By understanding the logic and algorithms that drive technology, you will begin to see opportunities everywhere.

Why choose computing science at TRU?

This degree consists of two years of general study followed by two years of concentrated studies in computing science. It is an excellent option to build a diverse set of skills.

Complete a co-op work term, and you will gain valuable industry experience and put what you learn into practise in the real world. And TRU offers opportunities for our degree students to participate in undergraduate research, which allows you to grow both your resume and academic credentials while completing your degree.

What will I learn?

Will need to discuss with Faculty-possible examples:

Website design and development
Programming
Data structure and analysis

Program Details

Credential: Bachelor of Computing Science
Delivery: Kamloops
Length: Four years
Intake dates: September, January, May
Applications: Now accepting applications
International: Open to international applicants
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Where will this take me?

This Bachelor of Computing Science (BCS) offers several pathways to the field of computing science, including a double degree option, laddering from a diploma, and a direct path from other areas, including Arts and Business.

Ladder a 2- or 3-year computing science diploma the degree.
Combine your studies in arts or business studies with a Computing Science Minor
Upgrade your skills to enhance your resumé without starting your education from scratch.
Already working in the industry? Complete individual courses for professional development.

100% said the program helped them to write clearly and speak effectively
98% of graduates surveyed were working full-time
84% were in a job related to their program
93% were satisfied with the program

*Source: BC Student Outcomes https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/data/statistics/people-population-community/education-training/bc-student-outcomes.

Admission requirements

Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status
English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum of 73% (or equivalent)
Pre-calculus 12 or Foundations of Math 12 with a minimum of C+ (or equivalent), within the last two years

If you don’t meet the requirements

Apply and you may be eligible for admission through the Flexible Entry pathway.
This will allow you to complete your missing requirements while taking university courses in your program.

Program requirements

Years 1 and 2

Years 1 and 2
1	COMP 1130	Computer Programming I
2	COMP 1230	Computer Programming II
3	MATH 1700	Discrete Structures
4	MATH 1650	Mathematics for Computing Science
5	COMP 2130	Introduction to Computer Systems
6	COMP 2230	Data Structure, Algorithm Analysis and Design
7	COMP 2160	Mobile-I
8	COMP 2680	Website Design and Development
9	COMP 2210	Programming Methods
10	COMP 2920	Software Architecture and Design
11	ENGL 1100	Composition
12	CMNS 1290	Professional Writing
13		Non-Science Elective
14		Non-Computing Elective
15		Non-Computing Elective
16		Non-Computing Elective
17		General Elective Open
18		General Elective Open
19		General Elective Open
20		General Elective Open

Years 3 and 4

Years 3 and 4
1	COMP 3260	Computer Network Security
2	COMP 3270	Computer Networks
3	COMP 3410	Operating Systems
4	COMP 3450	Human Computer Interaction Design
5	COMP 3540	Advanced Web Design and Programming
6	COMP 3610	Database Systems
7	COMP 3710	Artificial Intelligence
8	COMP 3520	Software Engineering
9	COMP 4910	Computer Science Project
10	COMP XXXX	3000-4000 Level Computing Elective
11	COMP XXXX	3000-4000 Level Computing Elective
12	COMP XXXX	3000-4000 Level Computing Elective
13	COMP XXXX	3000-4000 Level Computing Elective
14	COMP XXXX	3000-4000 Level Computing Elective
15		General Elective Open Upper Level
16		General Elective Open
17		General Elective Open
18		General Elective Open
19		General Elective Open
20		General Elective Open

Career Options / Laddering options

Career outcomes

Nearly all industries need computing science grads. The TRU BCS mainly concentrates on small to medium business environments. Graduates have gone on to have careers in the following sectors:

Health care
Manufacturing
Communications
Retail and ecommerce
Banking and finance
Electronics and entertainment

Related programs

Computing Science Diploma
Bachelor of Science, Major in Computing Science
Bachelor in Computing Science and Mathematics Combined Major
Bachelor of Computing Science and Bachelor of Business Administration (double degree)
Bachelor of Science, minor in Computing Science
Associate of Science

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